1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Plymouth | Porsche |
Model | Valiant | Boxster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |